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Halifax Handbook

An unofficial guide to the town, its amenities, facilities and businesses; includes maps, photos, statistics and a history.

Quick Facts

» Population of 82,056 people
»Largest town in Calderdale
» Was the centre of wool manufacturing in the 15th century
» Famous landmarks include Shibden Hall, Piece Hall and Wainhouse Tower

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If you live in or around Halifax, we'd love to hear what you think about the area. Also we're looking to fill our restaurant review pages. Any ideas for new pages are also welcome, just contact us.

Links

Halifax Courier
Calderdale Council
Brighouse Online

Halifax Online v1.0

Weather

Halifax
September 6, 2010, 10:41 am
Clear
Clear
12°C
real feel: 9°C
current pressure: 1016 mb
humidity: 81%
wind speed: 11 mph ESE
wind gusts: 11 mph
sunrise: 6:25
sunset: 19:46
Forecast September 7, 2010
day
Partly sunny with showers
Partly sunny with showers
15°C
Forecast September 8, 2010
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Showers
Showers
17°C